Production Manager

Production Manager - Marine HVAC

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Salary: $65,000 - $80,000 per year (based on experience)
Job Type: Full-Time
About Us

We are a growing marine HVAC company serving yacht owners, boat builders, marinas, and marine service customers throughout South Florida. Our team specializes in the installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of marine air conditioning, refrigeration, and climate control systems for vessels ranging from center consoles to luxury yachts.
We are seeking an experienced Production Manager to oversee daily operations, manage field teams, coordinate projects, and ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
Position Summary

The Production Manager will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and supervising marine HVAC installation and service projects. This role serves as the bridge between customers, technicians, vendors, and company leadership to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, on time, and within budget.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, technically minded, and experienced in managing service or production teams in marine, HVAC, construction, or related industries.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily scheduling and deployment of installation and service technicians
• Oversee multiple marine HVAC projects from planning through completion
• Coordinate labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors
• Monitor project timelines, productivity, and profitability
• Conduct quality control inspections and ensure adherence to company standards
• Support technicians with troubleshooting and technical guidance
• Maintain strong communication with customers regarding project status
• Review job costs, labor hours, and material usage
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate production and field personnel
• Work closely with sales and management to forecast workload and staffing needs
• Develop processes that improve efficiency and customer satisfaction

Qualifications
Required

• 3+ years of leadership or management experience in HVAC, marine, construction, or field service operations
• Strong scheduling and project coordination experience
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and job management software
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record

Preferred

• Marine HVAC experience
• Knowledge of chilled water systems, self-contained units, and marine refrigeration
• Experience managing service technicians
• Knowledge of vessel operations and shipyard environments
• HVAC certification or related technical training

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $65,000 - $80,000 annually
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Paid time off
• Company vehicle or vehicle allowance (if applicable)
• Health benefits (if offered)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career growth with a rapidly expanding marine services company

Why Join Us?

• Growing company with a strong reputation in the South Florida marine industry
• Diverse projects ranging from service calls to large yacht installations
• Leadership role with direct impact on company success
• Collaborative and fast-paced work environment
• Opportunity to build and lead a high-performing team

To Apply:
Submit your resume and a brief summary of your experience managing HVAC, marine, construction, or service operations.
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL
Compensation: $65,000 - $80,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. Job Title: Production Manager
Job Description
The Production Manager oversees the day-to-day operation of the production line, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality output. This role focuses on supervising production activities, coordinating resources, and applying lean manufacturing principles to optimize performance, particularly within an HVAC-related production environment.
Responsibilities

• Manage the production line to ensure smooth, efficient, and continuous operations.
• Supervise daily production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
• Oversee and coordinate production staff on the line, providing direction and support as needed.
• Monitor production performance and identify opportunities to improve throughput and reduce waste.
• Apply lean manufacturing and operational best practices to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Ensure production processes follow established procedures, standards, and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with other operational teams to coordinate workflow and resolve production issues.
• Support problem-solving on the production line to address bottlenecks and quality concerns.
• Maintain accurate oversight of production activities to support operational planning.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience managing or supervising a production line in a manufacturing environment.
• production management and production supervision.
• Knowledge of HVAC-related production processes or products.
• Hands-on experience applying lean manufacturing principles to production operations.
• Solid understanding of operational workflows in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to coordinate and oversee day-to-day production activities.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills to manage multiple production priorities.
• Effective communication skills to direct and support production staff.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in a production manager or similar leadership role in manufacturing.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies and process optimization.
• Ability to analyze production performance and contribute to operational improvements.

Why Work Here?
Join a production environment that values operational excellence, continuous improvement, and collaborative teamwork. You will have the opportunity to influence how the production line operates, contribute to process enhancements, and work in a setting that supports professional growth and the development of strong operational skills.
Work Environment
The role is based in a hands-on production and manufacturing environment with a focus on HVAC-related products and processes. You will work closely with production staff and operations teams on the shop floor, overseeing daily line activities and ensuring adherence to established procedures and safety practices. The position involves active engagement on the production line, requiring appropriate workplace attire suitable for a manufacturing setting.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Fort Lauderdale,FL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 30, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.


Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.


The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.